Update: Read 2024 The State of the City report
Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland boasts an easy-going lifestyle, a highly regarded natural environment, and exceptional visitor experiences, outperforming its peer cities in many aspects.
However, a recent report titled The State of the City: Benchmarking Tāmaki Makaurau's International Performance 2023 has shed light on critical gaps in infrastructure planning, attracting investment and talent, productivity, and innovation, as well as safety and housing affordability, which are adversely impacting the city's liveability.
To improve Auckland's position and address the challenges, the report advocates focusing on the following areas:
The State of the City report is part of a three-year study assessing Auckland's preparedness for the future of jobs, urban lifestyle, and climate change, focusing on five core pillars: opportunity and prosperity, innovation and knowledge, culture and experience, place and connectivity, and resilience and sustainability.
The report aims to strengthen consensus between government, the council, and Aucklanders on priorities and system-wide changes needed to enhance Auckland's contribution to the nation.
Commissioned by the Committee for Auckland in collaboration with Deloitte and Auckland Council's economic and cultural agency, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, along with support from the New Zealand Government's Auckland Policy Office and Koi Tū: The Centre for Informed Futures at Auckland University, the comprehensive report by UK-based urban intelligence firm, The Business of Cities, will be an annual assessment benchmarking Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland's performance against other cities in Australia, Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and North America over the next three years.
The report serves as a valuable tool in understanding how Auckland compares to other global cities and identifies key areas for improvement to ensure its continued growth and success in the international arena.
Deloitte is a proud co-sponsor of The State of the City: Benchmarking Tāmaki Makaurau's International Performance 2023